When a little boy realizes, ?I accidentally misplaced my dad this morning,? he runs outside to look for him. There he meets a man who tells the boy he works at the Bureau of Misplaced Dads. ?Come with me,? the man says. ?With any luck, your father will be there waiting for you ...? At the Bureau of Misplaced Dads, the boy is shown dozens of dads who are missing their children --- including a Super Dad, a dancing dad and a dad ?who always looks like he's just gotten out of bed? --- but none of them are the right dad. None of them are his dad. Is the little boy looking in the wrong place? This funny and heartwarming picture book covers a subject every child can relate to --- the fear of getting separated from a parent. However, in Éric Veillé's original story, the roles are reversed and the child is the one searching, while the dads are all ?lost? and waiting to be picked up. The illustrations by Pauline Martin highlight quirky details of the fathers, bringing a light touch to the subject. This book would be a useful classroom tool to begin a discussion about the sensitive topic of fear. With so many different kinds of dads represented here, this book could also spark a lively conversation on family diversity, or even a sharing presentation in which each child can choose which dad is the most like his or her own and why.

The Bureau of Misplaced Dads

Children's Books

Veillé, Éric

Humor

Kids Can Press

With its funky format, clever rhymes, and funny images, My Pictures after the Storm is a witty and inventive take on "before" and "after." What happens to a lion after a storm? His mane is swept into a disheveled mess. What becomes of a pear after an elephant passes by? Compote! A frog after a spell? A prince. And the room after a battle? A big mess! My Pictures after the Storm will have you chuckling at the after-effects of a dive bomb, a hairdresser, a flu, and more.

My Pictures after the Storm

Literature & Fiction

Gecko Press ™

Why do grannies always tell us to speak up? Why do they have creases on their faces? Are grannies flexible? How do you cheer up a sad granny? How old are grannies, actually? Eric Veillé explains it all in this offbeat book for the extended family to chuckle over―no matter what kind of grandma you have, are, or would like to be. From the author of My Pictures after the Storm, which received three starred reviews and which School Library Journal proclaimed "may be the funniest book of the year."

Encyclopedia of Grannies

A funny and accessible board book that encourages potty training. Featuring a mischievous little lion called Lionel. In this pithy board book series, an overenthusiastic, impulsive lion tests his daily routines to their limit--in Lionel Poops, cheerfully trying all sorts of places to poop before ending up proudly on the potty. Lionel is bouncing on his trampoline when all of a sudden he needs to poop. Where will he do it? On some cows! No, Lionel, no! On some wildcats! No, Lionel! Lionel thinks of many inappropriate places but eventually poops on his potty. Well done, Lionel! But wait--that's not all... Cheeky toddler lion Lionel learns about looking after his own body. His mischievous grin puts the reader instantly on his side, and the tolerant voice of his adult helper provides an amused commentary. Lionel's absurd attempts to use the potty will have young children laughing out loud at his funny facial expressions. Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers who are potty training or as a tool to introduce the idea of using the toilet and ditching diapers. This sturdy board book is just right for toddlers hands making it ideal to read with a child while they are on a potty. The Lionel series introduces developmental milestones with humor, mischief and gentle guidance. The series also includes Lionel Eats All By Himself. Eric Veillé was born in France and studied at the Duperré School in Paris. He has since released many books, as author and illustrator, including Encyclopedia of Grannies and My Pictures after the Storm. Translated from the French edition by Daniel Hahn. Praise for Lionel Poops "The story is sublime in its simplicity, and the humor will delight its intended audience...Potty training has never been so much fun." Kirkus Review, starred review Praise for Encyclopedia of Grannies "A completely bonkers, gleefully silly guide to grandmothers of all stripes." School Library Journal Praise for My Pictures after the Storm "A terrific little book that will amuse all out of proportion to its size." Wall Street Journal

Lionel Poops

Animals

A positive and practical board book that encourages children to love food as much as you! Featuring a mischievous little lion called Lionel. In this pithy board book series, an overenthusiastic, impulsive lion tests his daily routines to their limit--in Lionel Eats All By Himself, Lionel does just that, cheekily enjoying the remarkable mess that results. Lionel is in his highchair and insists on eating all by himself. His veggies--well done, Lionel! His soup--nice one, Lionel! Each bite leaves more and more mess in the room, and on Lionel. Watch out for Lionel's final proud burp to finish, before Dad helps him down from the table. Cheeky toddler lion Lionel learns about looking after his own body. His mischievous grin puts the reader instantly on his side, and the tolerant voice of his adult helper provides an amused commentary. Lionel's increasingly funny efforts to eat his meal by himself have young children laughing out loud at his funny facial expressions. Perfect for toddlers who are learning to eat finger foods or spoon feed themselves or as a tool to introduce solid foods or baby led weaning. This sturdy board book is just right for little hands making it ideal to read with a child while they are in their highchair or at the table. The Lionel series introduces developmental milestones with humor, mischief and gentle guidance. Series includes Lionel Poops. "Resistance is futile." School Library Journal Eric Veillé was born in France and studied at the Duperré School in Paris. He has since released many books, as author and illustrator, including Encyclopedia of Grannies and My Pictures after the Storm. Translated from the French edition by Daniel Hahn. Praise for Lionel Eats All By Himself "The perfect combination of text and image, with repetition and humor for parent and child alike." Youth Services Book Review "Learning about looking after your own body is all part of the very early years of a child... and there could be no more lovable character than cheeky toddler lion Lionel to teach some of the golden rules!" Lancashire Post Praise for Encyclopedia of Grannies "A completely bonkers, gleefully silly guide to grandmothers of all stripes." School Library Journal Praise for My Pictures after the Storm (3 starred reviews) "A terrific little book that will amuse all out of proportion to its size." Wall Street Journal

Lionel Eats All by Himself

A warm father and son story in which an irresistible lion cub proudly tries to be just like Dad.Lionel can do everything Dad does: Dad combs his hair. So does Lionel. Dad scratches his arm. So does Lionel. Dad sings very, very loud. So does Lionel. But when Lionel throws all the toys in the air and they come down THUNK on Dad's head . . . Dad yells! Ow! So does Lionel! Dad takes a break and has a think. Then comes rushing back for a big hug--Dad is very, very happy, and so is Lionel!This fun story is a discussion tool for emotional learning--over enthusiasm, mistakes, feeling upset, reconciliation, love--and a father and son relationship rarely seen in board books.Boundary-pushing Lionel has a mischievous grin that instantly wins us over, and his tolerant father incidentally provides a great model for parenting. This small and sturdy board book is just right for toddlers' and preschoolers' hands, making it ideal to read alongside a child. Lionel Is Just Like Dad is the third book in this pithy board book series, designed to be read as standalone stories that introduce developmental milestones with humor, mischief, and gentle guidance. The series includes Lionel Eats All By Himself and Lionel Poops.Translated from the French edition by Daniel Hahn.

Lionel Is Just Like Dad

Maman à l'école

Actes-sud

Lionel fait caca (French Edition)

Contemporary

L'encyclopédie des mamies

La Rentrée des oiseaux

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